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River Hotel

2.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Garden
Standard Double Room, Ensuite
Daily English breakfast (GBP 15 per person)
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA
  • Popular LocationOxford Castle8 min walk
  • Popular LocationNew Theatre Oxford12 min walk
  • Popular LocationChrist Church College15 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)66 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.5/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Located in an annex building
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

7.8/10 Good

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

8.1/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Located in an annex building
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Oxford

River Hotel puts you in the heart of Oxford, within just a 10-minute stroll of Said Business School and The King's Centre. Highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Oxford hotel include Worcester College and Oxford Castle.

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 4 min walk
  • Oxford Castle - 8 min walk
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk
  • Christ Church College - 15 min walk
  • Bodleian Library - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - Botley Road - 6 min walk
  • The Hollybush - 2 min walk
  • Atik - 5 min walk
  • Nando's - 8 min walk
  • The Oxford Retreat - 6 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. River Hotel also features a library, a garden, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Edwardian Oxford hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
River Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Oxford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport, driving licence, or other official form of national identification.

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number Company number 06579302

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel
River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at River Hotel?

River Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 17 June 2024 start from AU$379.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at River Hotel?

Yep, River Hotel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for GBP 10 per night. Uncovered extended parking costs GBP 10 per night. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Does River Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers give high marks to the English brekkie here! Offered daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Hotel?

No, River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 230 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 230 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy hotel, centrally located with free parking
Excellent service and friendly helpful staff. Excellent location, right next to the train station, plenty of free parking. Hotel was clean and warm despite it being freezing. Our room didn’t have an en suite and had to access our private bathroom across the corridor. Room was cosy, a little old fashion in decor but added to the charm. I would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just what we needed in Oxford
The River turned out to be just what we needed when visiting the city to see a concert. The location was great as you don’t need a car to get around Oxford, so you can use their free car park and walk ten minutes to the actual city centre. The large building has a lot of character and the breakfast room was delightful, with windows looking out towards the river. There was a good cooked breakfast plus we could have chosen cold items, cereals etc. The bedroom was older style yet was very comfortable with modern conveniences. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate to book the River Hotel again if I return to Oxford. Because of the lack of a lift and the steps to the front and rear of the hotel, it wouldn’t be suitable for people with serious mobility issues, but for others I would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint cosy hotel by the river, walkable to everywhere , right across Oxford train station , amazing , cosy, clean room , perfect English breakfast, a gem in Oxford . Love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mr. Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasent stay in this small hotel nearby Train station and short walk to city. Stayed once before and still as enjoyable. Nice cooked to order breakfast. Has everything you need there with friendly staff. Their motto is: Large enough to be comfortable.. Small enough to be friendly..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
two night stay in oxford. Great location for train travel. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Breakfast area was very clean and tidy also .Staff were very attentive . The only problem was lack of air conditioning during heatwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023